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At the crossroads of Eastern Europe and Western Asia, Türkiye is a land where East meets West and old and new collide
Steeped in spirituality and history, and with cultural connections to ancient Greek, Persian, Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman empires, Türkiye has a seemingly endless list of significant sites to explore. Explore the moving history of Gallipoli and WW1, cosy up in a coffee house in cosmopolitan Istanbul, or swim in the glittering coves of the country’s enviable coastline. Whether staying overnight in an atmospheric cave hotel or Ottoman mansion on one of our small group tours, or gliding along the Turquoise Coast by handcrafted wooden gulet, there are so many ways to discover Türkiye.
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Tours guided in English only.
Selected tours stay in cave hotels.
Local operator available 24/7.
Guaranteed departures on all tours.
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Türkiye Tours Highlights & Experiences
Istanbul
The largest city in Türkiye is a metropolis where diverse cultures, nations and religions have created an intoxicating mosaic. Here you can visit many iconic buildings that were constructed in the Ottoman and Byzantian eras, such as Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. You will also be able to visit bazaars and enjoy the heights of Turkish cuisine.
Cappadocia
A semi-arid region in central Türkiye that is known for its distinctive “fairy chimneys” – tall, conical rock formations. The best way to survey the topography of this fascinating area is by hot air balloon!
Pamukkale
Pamukkale is located in western Türkiye, and features gleaming white calcite terraces cascaded by warm, mineral-rich thermal waters.
Ephesus
Türkiye’s most important ancient city, and one of the best preserved and restored ruins in the country. It is now on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. You can stroll for hours along its streets, passing temples, theatres, libraries and statues. Take a hat!
Gallipoli
Gallipoli is the site of the World War I landing by Australian and New Zealand soldiers and has forever become part of both nations’ history. Thousands of travellers of all ages visit this important and sombre historical and military site every year.
Antalya
Antalya is a resort city that is the gateway to Türkiye’s southern Mediterranean region. The Old City Marina is a waterfront area with old stone walls overlooking docked yachts, with restaurants, bars and shops. Sites to visit include Hadrian’s Gate, Duden Waterfalls, Hidirlik Tower, Antalya Museum, Kursunlu Waterfalls and Konyaalti Beach.
Fethiye
Fethiye is a picturesque port city on Türkiye’s Azure Coast that is known for its natural harbour, blue waters and numerous rock tombs – including the 4th century BC Tomb of Amyntas – carved into a bluff overlooking the city. Nearby islands are popular for day trips by boat. Other places to visit include the beach at Oludeniz, the nature reserve of Butterfly Valley and Tlos ruins.
Tours, Packages and Cruises in Türkiye
Tours, Packages and Cruises in Türkiye
Choose from our extensive range of travel options to ensure you get the best out of your time in Türkiye.
- Day Tours: Enjoy day tours from major cities such as Istanbul, Kusadasi, Cappadocia and more.
- Escorted Coach Tour: Explore Türkiye’s sites and cities hassle free on our fully escorted coach tours. Tours are guided in English only and guaranteed to run with a minimum of 2 people. Some coach tours run as small group with a maximum of 28 people.
- Partially Escorted Package Tours: Packages are a combination of escorted coach touring and independent travel. All packages are guaranteed to run with a minimum of 2 people and guided in English only.
- Gulet Cruises: Cruise the Turkish Coast on a traditionally built wooden Gult cruise. Cruises anchor in secluded bays and coves which are not seen from land. Itineraries depart from either Marmaris, Bodrum or Fethiye and include all meals.
- Tailor Made Holidays: Let us tailor make your next holiday to Türkiye with a package that includes transfers, accommodation and day tours of your choice.
Türkiye Tours, Packages & Cruises Selection Tips
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How to Get to Türkiye
There are no direct flights from Australia to Türkiye, at least one stop over is required. Airlines such as Singapore Airlines, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, Cathay Pacific and Emirates fly into Istanbul.
Ferries operate from Kos to Bodrum, Rhodes to Marmaris and Samos to Kusadasi. All routes are approximately an 1 hour long and are subject to season and weather.
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Reservations ConsultantMaria has travelled throughout Egypt, Greece, Italy, Jordan and Turkey.